Mary Odom
Program Director
Compton,CA
Summary
Dynamic Program Director with a proven track record at New Beginnings Human Services, excelling in strategic leadership and program efficiency. Expert in budgeting and financial management, I drive continuous improvement and foster strong stakeholder partnerships. Committed to mentoring teams, enhancing productivity, and achieving organizational goals through data-driven decision-making.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
New Beginnings Human Services
02.2010 - 11.2025
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Evaluated program performance through comprehensive data analysis, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to secure resources necessary for program sustainability and success.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Negotiated program contracts and agreements to obtain cost-effective pricing.
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Established strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders for collaborative problemsolving.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Established program policies and procedures to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2007 - 05.2011
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Century High School
Santa Monica, CA06-2004
Skills
Strategic leadership
Organizational leadership
Budgeting and financial management
Policy implementation
Program leadership
Effective leader
Customer service experience
Student counseling
Timeline
Program Director
New Beginnings Human Services
02.2010 - 11.2025
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2007 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Century High School